Bernards Dems Supporter Donates $16K To Somerset County Food Bank

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Steve Katz, Executive Director of the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, spoke to a large crowd of attendees at the Bernards Township Democratic Committee(BTDC)’s February meeting and explained the organization’s ongoing needs as they work to meet the demands of residents facing food insecurity.

Katz spoke to their current challenges as well as new complications pending legislation out of Washington, DC.

In doing so, he presented an upcoming project the food bank is undertaking – the construction of a protective canopy that will shield visitors waiting in line for provisions during inclement weather.

Katz estimated the project costs would exceed $16,000 and discussed his interest in partnering with the BTDC to raise money toward this and other endeavors.

Shortly after the event, a very generous anonymous donor from the BTDC audience committed to fully funding the organization’s project.

"This donation demonstrates the power of local communities and gatherings to affect positive change. We are very proud to have been a part of this effort," BTDC Chair, Jane Conklin, said.

If you are interested in supporting the Food Bank Network of Somerset County, donate through the following link and write “Bernards Township Democratic Committee” on the donor form -somersetfoodbank.org/need-help/give-funds.

— Submitted by the Bernards Township Democratic Committee.